Key Falls InnPisgah Forest · NC
Key Falls Inn, a white Victorian house on a green lawn below the forested ridge
Pisgah Forest · North Carolina

A Victorian inn with its own waterfall

Five quiet rooms and a stream side cabin on the Key Falls Estate, where the creek runs down to the French Broad River. Breakfast is included, and downtown Brevard is 10 minutes away.

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1860s Victorian house 5 rooms plus a cabin Breakfast included 4.5 miles to Pisgah National Forest
4.7 / 5 on TripAdvisor

Rated 4.7 out of 5 on TripAdvisor, based on 88 reviews, as of October 2026.

Breakfast included

Every stay includes breakfast, coffee on the front porch, and tea and cookies at 3 p.m.

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Reserve on our own booking page, or call (828) 884-7559 and plan your stay with the people who run the place.

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Five rooms in the old house

Every room has its own bath, and every rate includes breakfast. Current rates are shown on our booking page.

The Cochran Room, a blue grey bedroom with a fireplace

The Cochran Room

The best value at the Inn. A corner room with views to the north and west, looking out toward the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Private bath, a few steps down the hallway · Corner room with mountain views
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The Bush Room, a four poster bed on the ground floor

The Bush Room

The only downstairs room at the Inn, with an 11 foot ceiling and easy access from the hall.

Adjoining bath with tub and shower combination · Ground floor
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The McLeod Room, a four poster bed in warm lamplight

The McLeod Room

One of our most popular rooms. Beautifully decorated, very cozy and comfortable.

Private bath adjoining the room · One of the most requested rooms
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The Stewart Room, a king bed with a day bed behind

The Stewart Room

One of the largest rooms in the Inn. Look through the original window glass from the 1860s, out over the front yard and the horseshoe area to the distant mountains.

King bed plus a day bed with pop up trundle · Bath in the room · Original 1860s glass
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The Patton Room suite bedroom in the oldest part of the house

The Patton Room

A two room suite in the old part of the house, built in 1860. The front section came later, added after the Civil War.

Queen bedroom plus adjoining bed and sitting room · Oldest part of the house
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The front porch with rocking chairs overlooking the grounds

Not sure which room?

Tell us about your trip and we will point you to the right one. Walkers like the Bush Room for early starts; waterfall lovers should ask about rooms facing the creek side of the house.

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More space

Key Falls Cabin

A stand alone modern cabin on the stream below the waterfall, still part of the estate and still six minutes from downtown Brevard.

Key Falls Cabin, a wooden cabin with a screened porch in the trees

Sleeps up to six, in the trees

Two porches: one looks out at the waterfall, the other over the stream. A beautiful waterfall is just steps from the door, and the creek runs right beside the cabin.

  • Two queen bedrooms plus a pull out sofa bed
  • Two full baths
  • Full kitchen, washer and dryer
  • Fireplace inside, firepit outside
  • Air conditioning, linens and cooking utensils provided
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Mornings

Breakfast is part of the stay

A wonderful breakfast is included in our rates. Sip your coffee on the front porch and watch the fog slowly lift while the smell of breakfast fills the air. Guests with dietary restrictions are looked after too; tell us when you book and the kitchen will plan around you.

Every afternoon between 3 and 4 p.m. there are complimentary refreshments, tea and cookies, on the house.

For dinner, The Pavilion, our seasonal tapas style restaurant by the creek, serves dinner Thursday through Sunday, with a menu that changes weekly. On other nights, downtown Brevard is 10 minutes away. The Pavilion also hosts private catered dinners around the fire, marshmallows for s'mores included.

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The inn dining room, a long table set for breakfast The Pavilion deck with its outdoor fireplace by the creek
The stepped waterfall at Key Falls, a short trail from the inn
About the inn

The Patton House, since the 1860s

The inn was originally the Patton House, built by Charles Patton, a native of Transylvania County, in the 1860s. The back section went up before the Civil War; the larger front section followed after it. Wood, sand and layered rock were hauled down from the mountainside behind the house.

Today the five bedrooms each have their own bath, updated with cultured marble and tile. The front porch has a terrific view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, coffee in the morning and a dazzling sunset in the evening.

The estate keeps you busy without leaving the grounds: the Key Falls Trail begins at the inn, there is a tennis court, a horseshoe pit, and a pond where you can fish for bass or bream. The Pavilion restaurant sits next to the creek.

The estate is also a wedding and events venue. If you are planning one, contact the inn and the events team will walk you through it.

The inn behind the big tree and gardens
Local guide

Brevard and the Land of Waterfalls

Transylvania County is called the Land of Waterfalls, and Key Falls sits between two great forests. Here is how our guests make the most of it, with honest notes from the inn.

Waterfalls, closest first

  • Key Falls, at the inn. The Key Falls Trail begins at the inn and climbs to our own waterfall. Free, no driving, best after breakfast.
  • Pisgah National Forest, 4.5 miles. Looking Glass Falls is right by the road on US-276, and Sliding Rock is the natural waterslide our guests come back talking about. A full day of trails starts here.
  • DuPont State Recreational Forest, 10.3 miles. Hooker Falls, Triple Falls and High Falls on one well marked loop. Go early on weekends; the car parks fill by mid morning.
  • The French Broad River, beside the estate. Our creek runs into it, and the Davidson River nearby is a mecca for fly fishermen who travel a long way to fish it.

Downtown Brevard, 10 minutes

  • Shops and galleries. A vibrant small town center for shopping, dining and art galleries, an easy evening after a forest day.
  • Brevard Music Center. The world renowned summer music festival and school. If your stay overlaps a concert night, book tickets ahead.
  • The white squirrels. Brevard is famous for them. Keep an eye on the lawns around Brevard College and you will likely spot one.
  • Cradle of Forestry. The birthplace of American forestry, in Pisgah Forest, pairs well with a Looking Glass Falls stop.

Worth the drive

  • Biltmore Estate, Asheville. The big day trip. America's largest home and gardens; allow most of a day and buy tickets in advance.
  • Carl Sandburg Home, Flat Rock. The poet's farm at Connemara, with goats and gentle trails, on the way to the Flat Rock Playhouse.
  • Blue Ridge Parkway. Reached through the Pisgah Forest entrance roads; the overlooks above the inn are at their best near sunset.

Ask us at breakfast and we will match the day to the weather. And a favor: if you spot anything in this guide that has changed, tell us and we will fix it right away.

Good to know before you go

  • Waterfall rocks are slippery. Stay on marked trails and behind rails. Every year people are hurt climbing wet rock at falls in this county.
  • Start early on weekends. DuPont and Sliding Rock car parks can fill by 10 a.m. in summer and fall color season.
  • Phone signal fades in the forest. Download your trail maps at the inn before you set out, and tell us your rough plan at breakfast.
  • Dinner planning. The Pavilion serves Thursday to Sunday only, and it is popular with locals. Book your table when you book your room.
Good to know

Before you book

Check-in and check-out

Please call or email to confirm the times for your stay: (828) 884-7559 or reservations@keyfalls.com.

Cancellations

Please call or email to confirm the cancellation terms for your dates before you book, and we will put them in writing for you.

Pets

Please call or email to confirm. Pet arrangements are confirmed personally for each reservation.

Dinner at The Pavilion

Our seasonal tapas style restaurant serves dinner Thursday to Sunday, with a weekly changing menu. Inn guests are encouraged to reserve a table when booking.

Afternoon refreshments

Complimentary tea and cookies are served every afternoon between 3 and 4 p.m.

Getting here

151 Everett Road, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768. About 30 minutes from Asheville Regional Airport, 10 minutes from downtown Brevard.

Questions

Asked often

Is breakfast included?

Yes. A full breakfast is included in the room rate for all five inn rooms and the cabin, along with coffee on the porch and afternoon tea and cookies.

How do I check prices and availability?

Current rates are shown on our booking page. You can also call (828) 884-7559 or email reservations@keyfalls.com.

Is there really a waterfall at the inn?

Yes. The Key Falls Trail begins at the inn and climbs toward the estate waterfall. The creek below runs into the French Broad River, which borders one side of the property.

How far is the inn from Brevard and the forests?

Downtown Brevard is 10 minutes away. Pisgah National Forest is 4.5 miles, and DuPont State Recreational Forest is 10.3 miles, so most guests do one forest a day and dinner in town.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Please call or email to confirm the times for your stay, and we will confirm them in writing with your reservation.

Can I bring my dog?

Please call or email to confirm. Pet arrangements are confirmed personally for each reservation.

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